Intex Excursion Pro Kayak

Intex Excursion Pro Kayak Review

Brief Intro about Intex Excursion Pro Kayak

A decent perfect matching kayak is essential when you go fishing. If you are a fishing lover and ride on a kayak, you know it’s an absolute pleasure better than anybody. But a dire and uncomfortable kayak can often bring hassle rather than joy. So when you buy a kayak, you must purchase the best one for the purpose you are gonna use it for.

When we talk about inflatable kayaks, Intex is always on the list and holds a perfect position. One of the best kayaks they have made is the Excursion pro kayak. It is a 2 person inflatable kayak made of rigid laminate PVC. In this kayak, you can ride alone or ride with your buddy. It is designed in a manner that allows you to do both. It has room for footrests; it has fishing rod holders accessories, you can increase or decrease speed, you can also sit in the booster seat if you want to be a little high. Its accessories and easy configuration will ensure that you don’t get uncomfortable for a moment.

The Experience

The Excursion pro kayak will give you a very calm experience. You will have no trouble going through places that are very hard to go with other kayaks; you will pass those inconvenient places quite easily. We know that there are some tough to go through areas everywhere, and this kayak will help you there. Now we know that Intex offers that excursion kayak which provides a feature like that. If there was no Intex, finding a kayak that fits you with original quality would be challenging. There are thousands of kayaks out there, but who would you trust to have the quality and performance you looking for? You would not trust them cause you do not know much about them. Now would you trust the Intex kayak? Yes, you would cause they have earned their trust from people through these years.

If you go fishing, you will get an even better experience. Everything you need for fishing is there for you. The Excursion pro kayak is stale and fishing-friendly. It has a stable construction, and its durability rides you on the water danger-free. A high-quality kayak like this is a little expensive but yes, still affordable. You will not hesitate to pay after knowing its features, specs, and the rich quality the kayak has. The intro is getting too long, isn’t it? So let’s take a break, and we will take you till the end slowly and deeply, part by part.

Features

  • This kayak has High-pressure valves that are efficient and spring-loaded

  • It includes two aluminium paddles, arguably long paddles, each would say something like 90 inches. Good paddles; you float for so long with them.

  • It has two removable skegs, one is short, and the other is long. The short one is good for shallow water, and the long one will cover the deep water.

  • You will get one mounting bracket. You can remove it and adjust it.

  • 2 fishing rod holders are included

  • A bag is included. You can carry it with handles.

  • 2 inflatable bucket seats; you can adjust them any way you want.

  • There are two floor-mounted spaces designed to rest your foot. You can rest your foot comfortably

  • 1 Inflatable booster pad also available

  • I Almost forgot about the repair patch, which is included too. A hand pump and a pressure gauge too

Besides, you are gonna get a lot more. Can’t write everything you know. We stopped writing features here, so we can also tell you about other things. See some specifications next…

General Info's about the Kayak / Specs

  • Intex Excursion Pro Kayak has a dimension of 151" x 13" x 18"

  • It's gonna hold a maximum of 2 persons, you can, of course, ride alone if you want. The weight holding capacity of the kayak is 400 lbs, which means if you take your buddy along, the total weight of you two combined can't cross 400 kg.

  • The kayak is made of rigid laminate material and polyester. Strong puncture-resistant vinyl It is certified by the National Marine Manufacturers.

  • This kayak is 12 ft. and 7 in. long, 3 ft. and 1 in. wide. It is not much thin, or shakey has a weight of 43 lbs, suitable for deep water.

  • You are gonna get a 90 days warranty for this.

  • It has 3 air chambers. Each chamber is separate. It is a good feature cause if any chamber is gone while kayaking other two chambers will still be working and keep you going.

What is Intex?

Intex Recreation Corp. is a company that made the Excursion Pro Kayak. This company is a renowned brand that has been doing business in manufacturing and marketing inflatable devices, air beds, pools, inflatable kayaks, toys, boats, games, etc., for many years. Although the company is top-rated for its high-quality production of products, they are also concerned about customer satisfaction. The company started its journey somewhere in the 1960s with beach balls. It began as pretty small. Still, gradually it became big with its quality and efforts.
Do you know that various kinds of testing are performed after a certain period to make sure all products of Intex are excellent and safe for the customers who use them? I’m sure you did not know that. However, Intex does not recommend customers being uncautious or careless. They always recommend that customers read the user manuals attached to each product before using it and avoid danger. We all know that misuse of any product can lead to risk, no matter how good or bad the product is. Intex products are getting very popular day by day. You can find all kinds of Intex products in more than 100 countries today.

Detailed Features and Specifications

Let’s dive deep into the details of this Intex Excursion Pro Kayak Review

Is the performance good?

Lots of things have been discussed so far as we are going into elaborate details gradually. In this part, we are gonna discuss the performance of Excursion Pro Kayak. The performance of this kayak is comparatively wealthy, you can say. It is very stable, making it even easier to use and control. You do not need to be an expert to use Excursion Pro Kayak. Considering you are a complete beginner or an intermediate, you will just do fine. We can assure you that this kayak is entirely worth your money and your money will not be wasted. Honestly, considering the quality, stability, performance, features, and materials this kayak provides, it’s a bit rare to find such kayaks within this price range.

Every part of this kayak is good, solid, and long-lasting. Every material they provide is solid. We already talked about the vinyl material. Super strong 30 gauge vinyl material has been used to make the comprehensive and stable vessel. You know such objects as salt, saltwater, oil, gas, sunlight, etc., cannot harm these super solid materials. Still, you need to be a little cautious to make your kayak even long-lasting. We are sure that you can enjoy this 2 person kayak for a long, of course, unless you sink it. Be careful that you should not fill it with more than 400 lbs because it is the maximum weight carrying capacity of the kayak. The bottom line is that Excursion Pro Inflatable Kayak is gonna live for a long and it is gonna give you pleasure for a very long time without being damaged or torn apart.

How Durable is it?

We discussed a little about durability while discussing its performance in the last part. Anyway, we are gonna talk more about durability here. When it comes to durability, the making material is the most important fact that comes first. Every material is vital. They built the kayak in a way to provides the best possible strength and quality within the price range. We talked about the vinyl material, so we are gonna skip that here. This kayak can tolerate the bad warm light, intensive sunlight, gasoline, salt water, saline water, abrasion, extreme reactive oils, rough water, and a lot of bad things, which makes it one of the best durable kayaks in the market.

This kayak also provides higher comfort, considering all the facts. We can tell you are not wasting money here. You will get either what your money is worth or more than what your money is worth. We can confidently say that.

We also discussed a little about the long-lasting feature of this kayak. However, you can get the best of the quality if you care a little and if you are a bit gentle with your kayak. If you can avoid rough use of the kayak and if you take good care of the vessel, it will live even longer. If you want a rating about performance and durability, we are open to giving you one. We will provide 9/10 for performance and durability, while many will give even more. Can’t blame them because the product is worth it. We also will see a lot of other essential things about the kayak. We are going to try to cover many things about it, so you can get complete knowledge about the kayak. It becomes easier for you to decide. We are gonna talk about Stability, Set Up, and Storage next.

Stability

We know that many boats are not that very stable. As a result, they become unbalanced and start shaking by taking even a little weight, which is a doubtful case with Intex Excursion Pro Kayak. This kayak is very stable. It is not going to shake even if you carry the maximum weight of 400 lbs that the kayak can take. And let alone sink, it’s not gonna sink. You need to worry about something like that. It’s always going to be balanced even if the load is significant, which gives the kayak stability and flexibility and makes sure you have no trouble riding on it.

Set-Up

Set up of The Excursion Pro kayak is not complex. It is simple instead and does not take too much time. Excellent and straightforward design and accessories make it very simple to set up the kayak and make it very easy to get it to the water for a ride. Everything you need to land the kayak on the water and start riding immediately is included with the kayak.

Once you inflate the kayak, you are almost done with the setup. Do you know the easiest thing on earth that a 5 years old boy could do? The answer is, setting the mounting rod up. It is funny, isn’t it? Yes, that’s true. Setting it up is a piece of cake. You will need to fit the seats to their positions. You will need to set the footrests up where they belong. It will take at most 8-9 minutes to set it up, and within 9-10 minutes, you are good to float.

Storage

This kayak provides ample storage space, which is large enough to store many things. For instance, you can keep your fishing gear in storage if you go fishing, or you can carry mandatory stuff while touring or trekking. There are fishing rods for you that will bring the things you need for fishing. The Excursion Pro kayak is convenient for fishing. You will get all the necessary stuff along you are goona need if you intend to fish. Let’s head toward its advantages and disadvantages, which are essential to know.

Advantages

We have discussed its features, specs, performance, storage, stability, and a lot more. Its inflatable seats provide outstanding comfort. The way backrests and footrests are designed an extra level to the comfort zone.

We already know some of its pros cause lots of good sides and good points were discuss now we are gonna point our some more specific good points

  • It is very portable

  • Bracket can be removed to hold stuff

  • Storage space is large enough. You can go fishing also can carry your dog if you like

  • Stainless steel D-rings

  • Pressure gauge, hand pump, and of course paddles all are there for you

  • Easy maneuverability in both deep and shallow water. You don't have any worry about the deep water

  • Stable and balanced even if you go to the max weight of 400 lbs

Limitations

Now it’s time to know about the few limitations The Excursion Pro kayak has. After learning all the advantages and a win-win situation, these limitations can be ignored. But, no, we do not recommend that. We advise you to look at everything very carefully and help yourself decide which one is best for you and your budget.

  • Oars quality are okay, but not that of a high standard. For a rich kayak like this, they should improve the quality of oars.

  • It provides 3 different air chambers that are enough, but these chambers are not rigid enough. These chambers are not wrong but could be better.

  • One of the few limitations of the kayak is it is not very good when it goes to choppy water. That's a case you have to be a little cautious.

Buying Recommendation

Do you recommend it or not?
We believe you read everything above to come here. So you know almost everything about this kayak by now. And if you do, then you are probably confused about what you should do. If you are a fishing lover, you should grab this kayak right now. One of the best things is that it can be used as both a touring and fishing kayak.
Another thing is, it’s also a two-person kayak. We can assure you that you will not find an all-in-one kayak within this price range out there. Even if you find a kayak like this one in hundreds, it will not be an Intex kayak, So if you question me if I would buy it, I would answer, “yes, I would.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can one person use an Intex K2 kayak?

Yes, definitely. It is a 2 person kayak. While two people can ride on it very comfortably, one person can depend on it even more comfortable.

Can A tall person enjoy it as well?

1. Yes, of course. They have designed the kayak well so persons of various heights can do it without having trouble. But if the person is as tall as 6’6″ or more, then he might face minor issues with the footrests. He might bend his legs a little to rest his foot.

What can I do if my kayak is leaking air?

1. If it happens, it’s no big deal, and you need not worry about it. You can fix the leak up to 5 cm with the repair kit you will be provided with your kayak. Just follow the user manual while repairing it.

Can the Intex Excursion Probe be used in salty waters?

Yes, it can be, no problem. You can use it on salty, oily, rough water, and you don’t have to worry about leaks or damage. Just try to avoid choppy waters, that’s all.

Is it user-friendly?

It is user-friendly. It provides a user manual for you, so if you get confused about anything, you can always look into the user manual to have the proper knowledge. This kayak is easy to use, easy to set up, very comfortable. It is not only user-friendly also fishing-friendly.

Conclusion

After all the things we discussed, Excursion Pro Inflatable Kayak from the beginning to pros and cons, we can easily say that this kayak is one of the best kayaks on the list. Yes, it’s a perfect one. Its high durability, portability, stability, ease to use, facilitate to set up, maneuverability, increased comfort, user-friendly. Fishing-friendly features make it one of the best kayaks at an affordable price right now in the market. We discussed Intex too, which has been a very renowned company for since long. Intex is popular among people for its quality and commitment.

We tried to cover everything about the Excursion Pro Inflatable Kayak, so you can have a perfect understanding of the kayak. Intex is always working hard to increase the quality of their kayak, and this inflatable kayak is much and more improved from the last kayak Intex made. We know you are looking for a good, solid, and reliable kayak that will give you maximum joy for years. If that is the case, then Intex Excursion Pro Inflatable Kayak is definitely worth a shot. It certainly does.

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